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The Twilight of Ancient Egypt: First Millennium B.C.E.

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This book presents the period between the fall of the New Kingdom to the end of the 25th Dynasty, from the 11th to the 4th century BCE. Providing great details on this little-known time period, the author uses the small amount of evidence to explain and describe the numerous puzzles of the era. Political, economical and cultural aspects are covered. The last chapter deals with recent Polish archaeological work in Egypt up to the Byzantine period. Well illustrated in black and white, and well translated by David Lorton, this is an excellent book covering much information. A very useful book, which should be recommended reading for everyone.

I am happy to see that this book, which I have read many years ago in its original language is also available for english-speaking readers. This is a very good book written by leading Polish egyptologist. Very neglected part of ancient Egyptian history from the end of the second millennium through the first millennium BC (except the Hellenistic period) is well described in this book. Its style is very narrative and also informative. Not only a political history of ancient Egypt of the first millennium BC is clearly described in this volume. While reading this comprehensive book reader can also find an interesting and dynamic portrait of ancient Egyptian art, economy and society and their transformation during described period of time. Highly recommended book for all people interested in the ancient history of Middle East.